FT. MILL, SC, USA—Those planning to attend the fall vacuum web coating technical conference of the Association of Industrial Metallizers, Coaters, and Laminators (AIMCAL)—if you haven't done so already—will want to reserve hotel rooms before this Thursday, September 25, 2003. According to AIMCAL, after that date, rooms will be available "at a rate and space available basis." The trade association is urging attendees to register now to avoid a sold-out situation at the hotel.